Wednesday, May 23, 2018

The Best Italian Restaurants in the Center of Prague

Prague visitors are often surprised how popular Italian cuisine in Prague is. But it's not really surprising for locals as the country is only a few hours drive from the Czech Republic and Italy is one of the most visited countries by Czechs. Same as most people, they love good pasta, pizza, risotto, lasagne or tiramisu. Some restaurants are owned by Italians living in Prague, but you can also find great places run by enthusiastic Czechs. Choose one of the restaurants from our list and enjoy the best Italian meals in Prague!

1. Casa De Carli

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Opened in 2012, Casa De Carli is one of the best rated Italian restaurants in Prague. And they definitely deserve this rating. To make their perfect dishes, they use only the best fresh ingrediences inspired by many Italian regions. The staff is very welcoming and helpful, always ready to assist you with choosing the right meal. The restaurant is located in Vězeňská street, only a few steps from the Spanish Synagogue or our apartments Dusni 13, Milosrdnych and Residence Masna.

2. Pagana

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This genuine Italian restaurant is a real piece of Italy in the center of Prague. Just 5 minutes' walk from our Residence Karolina, this restaurant is hidden in the atrium between Spálená and Vladislavova streets. You simply must try their signature dish, flammed spaghetti prepared in a wheel of Parmigiano-Reggiano right in front of you. They also prepare awesome fresh fish and have a good choice of wine. Pagana is open from Monday to Friday.

3. La Finestra in Cucina

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La Finestra in Cucina is a part of the large "La Collezione" family owned by Riccardo Lucque, great Italian chef living in Prague. Other members of this portfolio are Aromi Restaurant, La Bottega or Laboratorio, amazing cooking school located just a few steps from our Residence Karolina and Art Residence Krocinova. If your stay in Prague is longer, don't forget to take one of their courses! La Finestra in Cucina itself is a perfect place focusing on the best quality organic meat from Spain, USA and Italy. In a lovely interior you can taste original fresh meals, seasonal dishes and one of their wines from own wine cellar.

5. Cicala Trattoria

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If you find yourself hungry in the upper part of the Wenceslas Square, visit Cicala Trattoria, amazing restaurant offering genuine Italian cuisine. It was founded in 1997 by culinary master Aldo Cicala. Chef David Cicala uses only the best fresh Italian ingredients to make top meals inspired by ancient Roman recipes from his ancestors. You must try one of their signature dishes – Astice con linguine (lobster with pasta and tomato sauce), Ossobuco con riso allo zafferano (stewed veal shank) or Carciofi al tegame (fried artichokes). The restaurant is open from Monday to Saturday.

6. Alriso Risotteria Italiana

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Very close to our Residence Karolina or Jilska Palace Apartments both locals and tourists meet in this stylish Italian restaurant focusing on risotto and rice dishes. Their chef Jiří Sus prepares imaginative

meals from carnaroli rice, but you can also get pasta, salads or grilled specialties. The interior is really cozy and the menu is completely gluten-free! On weekdays from 11:00 to 15:00 they offer lunch menu for very reasonable price. Easy to find as it is situated next to the Bethlehem Chapel.

7. Pastař

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If you cross the bridge from the National Theatre, you will discover this authentic Italian restaurant and shop. Thanks to this unique concept you can buy everything served in the restaurant and vice versa. It was opened in 2014 and since then it gained many loyal guests loving freshly made Italian dishes. You will be surprised by the homely atmsophere and very attentive staff. Pastař is open every day until 10 P.M.

8. Kogo Havelská

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This italian restaurant and bar is situated next to the Church of St Havel in picturesque Havelská street. Thanks to its central location it is easily accessible from most of our apartments. Open until 23 P.M. every day Kogo offers everything you would expect from the top Italian restaurant – attentive service, stylish and decent interior with nice atomsphere, but especially perfect food! Choose from fresh fish, pasta or delicious grilled specialties and taste a piece of Italy in Prague.

9. GamberoRosso

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In GamberoRosso they love Italian cuisine and healthy food. And that's exactly what you'll get! Their fitness meals taste really great whether prepared from fish, lamb or chicken. But don't worry, if you're not fitness lover, you can get delicious traditional Italian dishes as well. On weekdays until 3 P.M. they also offer daily menu for very reasonable prices. The restaurant is located in Jakubská street, just a few steps from our residences Masna and Rybna!

10. Pasta Fresca

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Pasta Fresca is a member of Ambiente family, a chain of very popular various restaurants, wine bars, pubs and cafés in Prague. Check our other blog posts or visit ambi.cz for more information. Pasta Fresca specializes in first class authentic Italian pasta. Every day from 11 A.M. until 11.30 P.M. you can get awesome Italian dishes prepared from fresh seasonal ingredients. The staff is very professional and attentive, you will also like the elegant interior. Pasta Fresca is located in Celetná street connecting the Old Town Square and Republic Square.